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Dublin’s HTMS to trial sustainability solution in Amazon accelerator

HTMS will help Amazon reduce its heating and cooling energy requirements by up to 14pc at its fulfilment centres in Coventry, Daventry and Doncaster in England. Read more: Dublin’s HTMS to trial sustainability solution in Amazon accelerator https://bit.ly/3MSZPoa

This neuroscientist wants to remove the stigma from mental health

Dr David Mothersill says there’s still so much we don’t know about the brain but tech innovation makes it an exciting time to be a researcher in this field. Read more: This neuroscientist wants to remove the stigma from mental health https://bit.ly/3XEQXaI

How a cyberattack inspired this security engineer’s career

Shane McCausland discusses how a cyber scare in university led him down a career path to joining Yahoo's cybersecurity team, The Paranoids. Read more: How a cyberattack inspired this security engineer’s career https://bit.ly/4eCmOjg

Marama Labs secures €280,000 to expand Irish operations

The company’s novel technology allows drug-makers to quickly analyse opaque liquids, a hurdle for manufacturers previously. Read more: Marama Labs secures €280,000 to expand Irish operations https://bit.ly/3BgZTvi

Top tips for tackling tough topics

No matter how you try to avoid it, sometimes difficult conversations are necessary in the workplace. How you approach sensitive topics can greatly affect the outcome, so what do you need to know? Read more: Top tips for tackling tough topics https://bit.ly/4gyOR4J

Do organisations need to embrace flexible working as a new social norm?

As hybrid and remote working grows in popularity, companies risk alienating and losing talented employees, to businesses with greater flexibility and work/life balance. Read more: Do organisations need to embrace flexible working as a new social norm? https://bit.ly/3Xxl1oF

James Webb takes a deeper look at galactic collisions

The latest Webb image shows a bridge of gas between the two galaxies and will help researchers learn more about star formation. Read more: James Webb takes a deeper look at galactic collisions https://bit.ly/3MVKkvy

Medtech Vitalograph acquires US partner Morgan Scientific

The acquisition coincides with the company’s 50-year anniversary of operating in Ennis, Co Clare. Read more: Medtech Vitalograph acquires US partner Morgan Scientific https://bit.ly/47DeMUT

X backs down in Brazil and blocks certain accounts

Musk has been vocal for weeks about not giving in to Brazil's Supreme Court, but a new court filing suggests X is complying with all previous demands. Read more: X backs down in Brazil and blocks certain accounts https://bit.ly/3ZCVq03

Kolena: Putting AI and ML reliability to the test

This San Franciso-based start-up wants to make sure that AI and machine learning models are consistent and reliable, no matter the situation. Read more: Kolena: Putting AI and ML reliability to the test https://bit.ly/3TBC5bG

Big Tech criticises EU’s AI regulation – is it justified?

An open letter from various tech companies says the EU should reassert the ‘harmonisation enshrined in regulatory frameworks like the GDPR’, but many recent AI issues for these companies stem from GDPR itself. Read more: Big Tech criticises EU’s AI regulation – is it justified? https://bit.ly/3MSlKM9

Jason Ward is back as MD for Dell Technologies Ireland

Ward now has responsibility for running Dell’s business in Ireland, Scandinavia and the Baltics, which he called a 'diverse and challenging opportunity'. Read more: Jason Ward is back as MD for Dell Technologies Ireland https://bit.ly/4gyETjH

Managing conflict with workplace mediation

From cost effectiveness to future-focused problem-solving, workplace mediation can help companies and individuals navigate difficult times. Read more: Managing conflict with workplace mediation https://bit.ly/3Bd0NZT

Can AI help us understand how plants talk to each other?

Similar to the internet, the plant-wide web is a complex network that allows plants to communicate with each other, explains Edge Hill University’s Dr Sven Batke. Read more: Can AI help us understand how plants talk to each other? https://bit.ly/3BdchfV

Job-hopping and evolving workplace attitudes

Job-hopping has often been viewed as a sign that you don’t take employment seriously, but with attitudes towards working life changing amid significant digital and social transformation, is moving around until you find the right fit really a negative thing? Read more: Job-hopping and evolving workplace attitudes https://bit.ly/3Tw5DYw

Social media platforms can’t claim to be neutral, says expert

DCU's Dr Eileen Culloty thinks that content moderation is the only way to rein in Big Tech. Read more: Social media platforms can’t claim to be neutral, says expert https://bit.ly/3MSEif8

EU pushes Apple to open up iOS to rivals under DMA

Apple is one of the key companies being probed by the EU under DMA rules, and now the Commission is advising the tech giant on how to make iOS more interoperable. Read more: EU pushes Apple to open up iOS to rivals under DMA https://bit.ly/4eqOQ0Q

Top tips for boosting company-wide digital literacy

As the working world becomes more digitised and everyday tasks require increasing levels of automation, widespread digital literacy is going to be a must have. Read more: Top tips for boosting company-wide digital literacy https://bit.ly/3TAYKFg

UN AI body: Global AI governance gaps must be addressed

The final report from the UN’s AI advisory body pointed to a ‘global governance deficit with respect to AI’ and made several recommendations to address this. Read more: UN AI body: Global AI governance gaps must be addressed https://bit.ly/4e7aYNT

Four Irish start-ups ‘leading on global scale’ in new European list

The creator of the list, France Digitale connects start-ups and investors to support entrepreneurship in Europe. Read more: Four Irish start-ups ‘leading on global scale’ in new European list https://bit.ly/4dbi8zm

Gardaí take down criminal platform ‘Ghost’ in global operation

Gardaí have seized dozens of encrypted devices and arrested 11 people, as part of a global operation to make a serious dent in organised crime. Read more: Gardaí take down criminal platform ‘Ghost’ in global operation https://bit.ly/4e9j0WA

Reap Interactive is Enterprise Ireland’s new start-up innovator champion

This year’s winners include a bovine monitoring tool, a system to reduce slurry emissions and a way to grow potatoes faster. Read more: Reap Interactive is Enterprise Ireland’s new start-up innovator champion https://bit.ly/3B9A28v

Neuralink’s ‘blindsight’ implant gets key FDA designation

Neuralink owner Elon Musk claims this device could restore sight for people who have been blind since birth or even those who have 'lost both eyes and their optic nerve'. Read more: Neuralink’s ‘blindsight’ implant gets key FDA designation https://bit.ly/3XNqxVo

How this tech consultant went from mentee to mentor

'It’s all about being approachable.' BearingPoint’s Ellen Whelan discusses the company’s tech internship and the most important aspects of being a mentor. Read more: How this tech consultant went from mentee to mentor https://bit.ly/4gvP3la

Intel announces Amazon custom chip deal and foundry split

Amid mounting losses, Intel is restructuring to become more efficient and boost profitability. Read more: Intel announces Amazon custom chip deal and foundry split https://bit.ly/3XLDwXB

How Ireland’s agritech sector continues to thrive

With the 2024 Ploughing Championships kicking off, we take a closer look at Ireland’s agritech scene and some of its best success stories. Read more: How Ireland’s agritech sector continues to thrive https://bit.ly/3ZoU8Wj

Proofpoint to create 250 Cork jobs at new international hub

The new roles will be created over the next two years and will include engineering, research and development, customer support, finance and marketing positions. Read more: Proofpoint to create 250 Cork jobs at new international hub https://bit.ly/3B8LgKz

Pablosec: Using advanced tech for cybersecurity solutions

Founded this year, Pablo Jose Treviño Llorens’ start-up has ambitious plans to shake up the cybersecurity solutions and consulting scene. Read more: Pablosec: Using advanced tech for cybersecurity solutions https://bit.ly/3ZnuIbN

James Webb examines the Milky Way’s extreme outer galaxy

Webb's infrared instruments have captured a sector full of newly formed stars to help scientists learn more about the early days of our galaxy. Read more: James Webb examines the Milky Way’s extreme outer galaxy https://bit.ly/3XzIOEy

SciLeads appoints new head of data engineering and AI

Alistair Mckinley's appointment comes as SciLeads launches a new AI-powered messaging tool, created to generate leads in the science sector. Read more: SciLeads appoints new head of data engineering and AI https://bit.ly/47r4W8k

Cyber gang Rhysida holds Port of Seattle data hostage

The gang is demanding a ransom and threatening to release the stolen data on the dark web. Read more: Cyber gang Rhysida holds Port of Seattle data hostage https://bit.ly/4gulXTd

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried appeals 25-year jail sentence

The former 'poster boy' of the crypto sector was found guilty of various fraud charges, but he claims the judge's rulings were 'erroneous' and 'unbalanced'. Read more: FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried appeals 25-year jail sentence https://bit.ly/3MMmKBy

Chargebee opens Dublin office to boost European expansion

Chargebee plans to grow its Dublin team to 50 people and will use this office to support its expansion across the continent. Read more: Chargebee opens Dublin office to boost European expansion https://bit.ly/3Znzcir

Irish student bags second place at EU science contest

The Limerick student also won a special honorary prize, which will take him to the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in Ohio next year. Read more: Irish student bags second place at EU science contest https://bit.ly/3MMzBDy

Why haven’t we evolved better knees?

Dr Michael Berthaume from King’s College London explains the mystery of the tiny knee bone that only about a third of us have. Read more: Why haven’t we evolved better knees? https://bit.ly/3XrrnWj

See that you cc correctly and other tips for email etiquette

Email is a mainstay of workplace communication so why not take a refresher on the rules of workplace correspondence? Read more: See that you cc correctly and other tips for email etiquette https://bit.ly/4e10uji

Mastercard to acquire threat intelligence firm for $2.65bn

Recorded Future has more than 1,900 clients in 75 countries and Mastercard plans to boost its fraud prevention and cybersecurity services through this deal. Read more: Mastercard to acquire threat intelligence firm for $2.65bn https://bit.ly/3B5YyYb

How to separate AI fact from fiction

Bank of Ireland's head of technology Paul Swift discusses the importance of making a plan before bringing AI into a business and the impact cybersecurity is having on various sectors. Read more: How to separate AI fact from fiction https://bit.ly/3B3biyO

Irish start-up raises €1.5m for ‘no-code’ AR creation tool

'We’re breaking down the barriers to AR content creation, enabling anyone, anywhere, to produce immersive experiences,' Imvizar's founder said. Read more: Irish start-up raises €1.5m for ‘no-code’ AR creation tool https://bit.ly/4gjMXov

Look before you leap: How to evaluate a job offer

It's exciting to be offered a new job, but don’t rush in before taking the time to consider the best course of action. Read more: Look before you leap: How to evaluate a job offer https://bit.ly/4efJp5r

Bunq is hiring in Ireland as part of global workforce expansion

Bunq said 17 of the new roles will be based in Ireland but added that many positions will let staff work from anywhere in the world, with more flexibility the longer they are with the company. Read more: Bunq is hiring in Ireland as part of global workforce expansion https://bit.ly/4eiq82x

EU hits 50pc renewable electricity milestone

The latest State of the Energy Union report shows that renewable energy has become a major power provider in the EU, but it also warned that efforts need to be stepped up to meet important climate goals. Read more: EU hits 50pc renewable electricity milestone https://bit.ly/3Ts7YDL

After-school STEM clubs for kids of all ages

The summer holidays and club/camp schedules may be over, but there are still plenty of opportunities for children and young people to engage with STEM. Read more: After-school STEM clubs for kids of all ages https://bit.ly/3TnoPr2

AWS to invest £8bn into UK digital infrastructure

UK chancellor Rachel Reeves said the investment will boost growth in the country, but AWS is currently under investigation for alleged anticompetitive practices. Read more: AWS to invest £8bn into UK digital infrastructure https://bit.ly/3B0Earm

UKG creates 200 jobs in Kilkenny at new hub

The hiring focus will be on cybersecurity, customer success, R&D and professional service providers. Read more: UKG creates 200 jobs in Kilkenny at new hub https://bit.ly/4gwaumm

Google loses fight against EU’s €2.4bn antitrust fine

The ruling brings to an end a battle that began in 2017 in which the European Commission said Google was abusing its dominance. Read more: Google loses fight against EU’s €2.4bn antitrust fine https://bit.ly/4gihJ14

Top 5 ways to make ChatGPT work for you

When implemented correctly, ChatGPT can take the monotony out of time-consuming tasks, giving employees the freedom to work on the aspects of the job they most enjoy. Read more: Top 5 ways to make ChatGPT work for you https://bit.ly/4dO5oQx

South African finalists announced for Dogpatch Labs accelerator

The finalists will each receive €10,000 and a funded trip to Ireland to meet with investors and industry leaders. Read more: South African finalists announced for Dogpatch Labs accelerator https://bit.ly/47jYxM6

Content licensing start-up Contenseo scores €390,000

Co-founder Aiden Murray said the start-up is like ‘Shopify for content licensing’. Read more: Content licensing start-up Contenseo scores €390,000 https://bit.ly/4egtEuy

What is digital mental health and how can it help young people?

As mental health issues become more common among young people, UCD’s Dr Andreas Balaskas is researching how digital interventions can provide support. Read more: What is digital mental health and how can it help young people? https://bit.ly/3TpnT5D